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EzLogger Pro SERIES USER MANUAL

GOODWE (China) GOODWE (Australia)


189 Kunlunshan Rd, SND,
sales@goodwe.com.cn
Suzhou, China
service.au@goodwe.com.cn
Tel: 400-998-1212 (after-sales service)
sales@goodwe.com.cn
service.chn@goodwe.com.cn

GOODWE (Netherlands) GOODWE (United Kingdom) EzLogger Pro


340-00027-01

sales@goodwe.com.cn enquiries@goodwe.co.uk
service.nl@goodwe.com.cn service@goodwe.co.uk Smart Data Logger

Note: The above contact details are subject to change without notice. Please visit our company's
official website www.goodwe.com.cn for details.
Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter I: Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................... 01


1.1 Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................ 01
1.2 Schematic Symbols .......................................................................................................... 01
Chapter II: Product Introduction ............................................................................................ 02
2.1 Product Introduction ....................................................................................................... 02
2.2 Appearance Description ................................................................................................ 02
2.3 Description of LED Indicators ..........................................................................................05

Chapter III: Equipment Installation ....................................................................................... 07


3.1 Packaging Information .................................................................................................. 07
3.2 Equipment Installation .................................................................................................. 08
Chapter IV: Electrical Connection .......................................................................................... 10
4.1 Port Description ............................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Connection to the Inverter .......................................................................................... 11
4.3 Connection to the Environmental Monitor and Meter ...................................... 13
4.4 Connection to the Computer ...................................................................................... 14
4.5 Connection to the Ripple Control Receiver ............................................................ 14
4.6 Connection to DRED ....................................................................................................... 16
Chapter V: LAN EzLogger Pro Data Upload and Function Configuration
............................................................................................... 17
5.1 How to Use LAN EzLogger Pro ................................................................................. 17
5.2 EzLogger Pro Configuration ...................................................................................... 18
5.3 Program Upgrade .......................................................................................................... 27
Chapter VI: Data Upload and Function Configuration For Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro
........................................................................................... 28
6.1 How to use Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro ................................................................................... 28
6.2 Using ProMate to configure Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro ................................................... 29
Table of Contents

Chapter VII : Website Monitoring .................................................................................. 30


7.1 Register A New User and Add A Power Station...................................................... 30
7.2 View Power Station Information ................................................................................. 33

Chapter VIII : Technical Specifications .............................................................................. 36

Chapter IX : Certification and Warranty .......................................................................... 37


9.1 Certification Mark ............................................................................................................ 37
9.2 Warranty Period ................................................................................................................ 37
9.3 Warranty Certificate ........................................................................................................ 37
9.4 Warranty Conditions ...................................................................................................... 37
9.5 Disclaimer ........................................................................................................................... 37
Chapter I: Safety Precautions

Chapter I: Safety Precautions

1.1 Safety Instructions


EzLogger Pro produced by Jiangsu GoodWe Power Supply Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter
“GoodWe”) is designed and tested in strict accordance with the relevant safety regulations,
however, as an electrical and electronic device, the following safety instructions shall be followed at
the time of installation and maintenance, improper operation will cause personal injury and property
damage to the operator and third party.
1. Prevent children from approaching EzLogger Pro.
2. Do not open the upper cover, unauthorized touching or replacement of components may cause
personal injury and damage to EzLogger Pro, in this case, GoodWe will not be liable for such injury
or damage or quality warranty.
3. Static electricity may damage electronic components, so appropriate measures shall be taken to
prevent static electricity.

1.2 Schematic Symbols

Minor or moderate injury may be caused

It shall not be disposed of as ordinary waste, a special route is required for recycling

Keep upright, and do not tilt or put upside down

Recyclable

Fragile! Handle with care

Keep away from moisture

CE mark

Points of attention

Explanation

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Chapter II: Product Introduction

Chapter II: Product Introduction

Introduce the appearance and function of EzLogger Pro.

2.1 Product Introduction

Introduce the main functions of EzLogger Pro.

EzLogger Pro is a dedicated device for the photovoltaic power generation system monitoring and

management platform, which achieves interface aggregation, data acquisition, data storage, centralized

monitoring, centralized maintenance and other functions for the inverters, environmental monitor, watt-

hour meter and other devices in the photovoltaic power generation system.

2.2 Appearance Description

Introduce the appearance, specifications and ports of EzLogger Pro.

H=37mm

L=190mm
Figure 2.2-1 External View of EzLogger Pro

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2.2 Appearance Description

Front of the box

W=118mm

L=190mm

Figure 2.2-2 Front View of EzLogger Pro Box

Side of the box

Figure 2.2-3 Side View of EzLogger Pro Box

No. Port Port Description


1 ANT Wi-Fi or GPRS antenna connector

2 Sound alarm Buzzer sound hole

3 Micro SD SD memory card slot

4 USB USB slot


5 Reload Factory reset button

ANT port only can use in Ezlogger Pro with Wi-Fi and Ezlogger Pro with GPRS.

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2.2 Appearance Description

Back of the box

1
2

Figure 2.2-4 Back View of EzLogger Pro Box

1. Wall mounting hole 2. Rail clip 3. Cooling vents

Top surface of the box

Figure 2.2-5 Top View of EzLogger Pro Box

1. SIM card slot

SIM card slot only can use in the EzLogger Pro with GPRS.

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2.3 Description of LED Indicators

Bottom surface of the box

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Figure 2.2-6 Bottom View of EzLogger Pro Box

No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

2.3 Description of LED Indicators

Introduce the meaning of the LED indicators.

The LED indicators are as follows:

Figure 2.3-1 Explanatory Drawing of LED Indicators

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2.3 Description of LED Indicators

Description of the LED indicators is as follows:

Port Status Status Description

Blue light On Power supply is normal


POWER
Blue light Off No power supply
Blue light flashes (1s
EzLogger Pro is running properly
On/Off alternately)
RUN
Blue light continue On or EzLogger Pro is not running properly
Off
Blue light continue On EzLogger Pro is properly connected to the external network server
Blue light flashes (1s EzLogger Pro is properly connected to the router, but not
SERVER
On/Off alternately) connected to the external network server
Blue light Off EzLogger Pro network is not connected
Blue light On EzLogger Pro is connected to the computer software ProMate
PC
Blue light Off EzLogger Pro is not connected to the computer software ProMate
Number of inverters actually acquired by EzLogger Pro is equal to
Blue light On
the parameter setting
Blue light flashes (1s Number of inverters actually acquired by EzLogger Pro is less than
COM1 On/Off alternately) the parameter setting
Blue light flashes (1s Number of inverters to be acquired according to EzLogger Pro
On and 3s Off alternately) the parameter setting is not set
Blue light Off No inverter data acquired by EzLogger Pro
Number of inverters actually acquired by EzLogger Pro is equal to
Blue light On
the parameter setting
Blue light flashes (1s Number of inverters actually acquired by EzLogger Pro is less than
COM2 On/Off alternately) to the parameter setting
Blue light flashes (1s On Number of inverters to be acquired according to EzLogger Pro
and 3s Off alternately) parameter setting is not set
Blue light Off No inverter data acquired by EzLogger Pro
Number of inverters actually acquired by EzLogger Pro is equal to that
Blue light On
to the parameter setting
Blue light flashes (1s Number of inverters actually acquired by EzLogger Pro is less than
COM3 On/Off alternately) the parameter setting
Blue light flashes (1s On Number of inverters to be acquired according to EzLogger Pro
and 3s Off alternately) parameter setting is not set
Blue light Off No inverter data acquired by EzLogger Pro

Blue light On Communication of external environmental monitor and other


COM4 devices is normal
Blue light Off No external environmental monitor and other devices

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Chapter III: Equipment Installation

Chapter III: Equipment Installation


Introduce the packaging information and installation process of EzLogger Pro.

3.1 Packaging Information

Introduce the packaged accessories of EzLogger Pro.

After opening the EzLogger Pro package, please check whether the accessories are
complete and there is any apparent damage. If there is any damage or certain items are
missing, please contact your dealer.
Delivery diagram of accessories:

Antenna x 1
EzLogger Pro x1 Power adapter x1 Guide rail x1 (Wi-Fi/GPRS model only)

....
.. . ..
.... ..
... ..
..

..
...

..
..
.

Wi-Fi Configuration x 1
Expansion screw x2 User manual x1 Wiring terminal x4 (Wi-Fi model only)

Figure 3.1-1 Delivery Diagram of EzLogger Pro Packaged Accessories

Power adapter models will be determined according to the safety


regulations of export destination countries.

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3.2 Equipment Installation

3.2 Equipment Installation

Introduction the installation process of EzLogger Pro.

3.2.1 Choose the installation location


The following points shall be considered when you select the installation location:
1. The ingress protection rating of EzLogger Pro is IP20, so it has no waterproof performance and is
for indoor use only.
2. The installation method and location shall be suitable for the weight and size of EzLogger Pro.
3. The installation location shall be well-ventilated away from direct sunlight, and ensure the
ambient temperature is within the range of -20℃ ~ 60℃.

3.2.2 Install EzLogger Pro


Install the antenna to EzLogger Pro (Wi-Fi/GPRS model only).

There are three installation methods for EzLogger Pro, namely, table surface mounting, wall
mounting and rail mounting.
Installation method 1: Table surface mounting

Please select the table surface mounting method for EzLogger Pro so as not avoid damage
to EzLogger Pro due to falling. Do not put EzLogger Pro in a location where it touches
cables easily so as to avoid signal interruption due to cable touching.

Installation method 2: Wall mounting


Steps:
1. Drill two circular holes in the wall. The distance between the two circular holes is
70mm, the hole diameter is 8mm, and the screw head protrudes 4mm.
2. Hang the wall mounting holes on the back of EzLogger Pro onto the screws.

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3.2 Equipment Installation

70mm

Figure 3.2.2-1 Schematic Diagram of Wall Mounting of EzLogger Pro

Installation method 3: Rail mounting


Steps:
1. Drill two circular holes in the wall, the distance between the two circular holes is 100mm,
the hole diameter is 8mm, and the hole depth is 40mm.

100m
m

=8mm
D=40mm

Figure 3.2.2-2 Schematic Diagram of Rail Mounting

2. Install the guide rail on the wall.


3. Install EzLogger Pro on the guide rail.

Figure 3.2.2-3 Schematic Diagram of Installation of Ezlogger Pro onto Guide Rail

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Chapter IV: Electrical Connection

Chapter IV: Electrical Connection


Introduce how EzLogger Pro is electrically connected to the inverter, computer,
environmental monitor, meter and other devices.

4.1 Port Description


Introduce the ports of EzLogger Pro for connection with the inverters and
their functions.

The schematic diagram of the ports on the bottom surface of EzLogger Pro is as follows:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Figure 4.1-1 Schematic Diagram of Ports on the Bottom Surface of Ezlogger Pro

The ports on the bottom surface of EzLogger Pro are described as follows:

No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

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4.2 Connection to the Inverter

1. Below is the diagram of EzLogger Pro DI ports, where REF1 and REF2 occupy two ports respectively.

1 2 3 4

Figure 4.1-2 Schematic Diagram of Ezlogger Pro DI Ports

EzLogger Pro DI ports are compatible with RCR and DRED functions, and the ports for
different functions are defined as follows:

REF1 1 2 3 4 REF2

RCR +5V D_IN1 D_IN2 D_IN3 D_IN4 +5V


DRED RefGen DRM1/5 DRM2/6 DRM3/7 DRM4/8 Com/DRM0

2. COM1, COM2 and COM3 only communicate with the inverters, and COM4 is only
connected to the environmental monitor and other devices, so avoid wrong correction.
3. A of COM1, COM2, COM3 and COM4 ports corresponds to the differential signal +, B
corresponds to the differential signal -.

4.2 Connection to the Inverter

Introduce how EzLogger Pro is connected to the inverter.

4.2.1 Connection to a single inverter


Introduce RS485 communication connection mode between EzLogger Pro
and the inverter.

Through RS485, the inverter is connected to EzLogger Pro for communication, and EzLogger
Pro has 3 RS485 ports, namely COM1, COM2 and COM 3.
The diagram of COM1, COM2 and COM3 ports of EzLogger Pro is as follows:

Figure 4.2.1-1 Schematic Diagram of COM1, COM2 and COM3 Ports of EzLogger Pro

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4.2 Connection to the Inverter

COM ports are described as follows:

Port Symbol Description


A RS485A, RS485 differential signal +
COM1
B RS485B, RS485 differential signal -
A RS485A, RS485 differential signal +
COM2
B RS485B, RS485 differential signal -
A RS485A, RS485 differential signal +
COM3
B RS485B, RS485 differential signal -

Figure 4.2.1-2 Wiring Diagram of EzLogger Pro COM Ports


Steps:
1. Select a RS485 communication cable of appropriate length (≤1000m).
2. First strip off the insulating layer at both ends of the communication cable.
3. Then connect one core of the communication cable with terminal A of EzLogger Pro COM port, and the
other core with terminal B of EzLogger Pro COM port.
4. Another side connect to inverter,please refer to the meaning of RS485 port of inverter.
Note that COM"A" of Ezlogger Pro connect to the RS485"A" of inverter, COM"B" of Ezlogger Pro connect
to the RS485"B" of inverter.

1. RS485 communication cable shall be a standard RS485 communication shielded twisted


pair wire.
2. Inverter communication cable can only be connected to EzLogger Pro's COM1, COM2
and COM3.
3.A single COM port of EzLogger Pro supports a maximum of 20 inverters, and 3 COM
ports support a total of 60 inverters.

Description of connection of communication cable with the terminal block:


1. First press and hold the corresponding white contact sheet of the wiring terminal to spring
up the elastic metal sheet of the wiring terminal.
2. Insert the stripped portion of the wire cores into the terminal.
3. Release the white contact sheet to fasten the wire cores.

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4.2.2 Connection to multiple inverters

4.2.2 Connection to multiple inverters


Introduce how EzLogger Pro is connected to multiple inverters.

When EzLogger Pro is connected to multiple inverters, “hand-in-hand” connection method can be
used; each inverter has two multiplexed RS485 communication ports, and one RS485 port of
the inverter is connected to one RS485 port of the next inverter. Note that port A shall
correspond to Port A, and Port B shall correspond to Port B, and the number of inverters
connected to a single COM port shall not exceed 20.

Inverter Inverter Inverter Inverter

Inverter Inverter Inverter Inverter

EzLogger Pro

Inverter Inverter Inverter Inverter

Figure 4.2.2-1 Schematic Diagram of EzLogger Pro

4.3 Connection to the Environmental Monitor and Meter

Introduce how EzLogger Pro is connected to the environmental monitor and meter.

When EzLogger Pro is connected to the environment monitor , meter and other devices, COM4 port
shall be used.
Schematic diagram of COM4 port is as follows:

Figure 4.3-1 Schematic Diagram of EzLogger Pro COM4 Port

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4.4 Connection to the Computer

Description of COM4:

Port Symbol Description


A RS485A, RS485 differential signal +
COM4
B RS485B, RS485 differential signal -
Steps:
1. connect one end of the communication line to the RS485 port of the environment monitor and
the meter.
2. connect the other end of the communication line to the COM4 port of EzLogger Pro.

Please make sure that the RS485 + of the environmental monitor and meter is connected to COM4 “A”
of EzLogger Pro, and the RS485 - of the environmental monitor and meter is connected to COM4 “B”
of EzLogger Pro. Environmental monitor , meter and other devices can only be connected to COM4.

4.4 Connection to the Computer

Introduce how EzLogger Pro is connected to the computer.

Steps:
1. Insert one end of the network cable into the “NET” port of EzLogger Pro.
2. Insert the other end of the cable into the computer's Ethernet port.

When connecting to the computer, you need to use ProMate commissioning


software. Please refer to 5.1 for ProMate software settings.

4.5 Connection to the Ripple Control Receiver

Introduce the functions of Ripple Control Receiver.

In Germany and parts of Europe, power grid companies use ripple control receivers to convert power grid
scheduling signals for dry contact transmission, and power stations need to use dry contact
communication method to receive power grid scheduling signals.
DI terminal interface of EzLogger Pro is as follows:

Figure 4.5-1 Schematic Diagram of EzLogger Pro DI Port

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4.5 Connection to the Ripple Control Receiver

The port is defined as follows:


DI Port Description
Active power derating

Reactive power compensation

EzLogger Pro is connected to the ripple control receiver as follows:

Figure 4.5-2 Diagram of Connection of EzLogger Pro DI Port to RCR

Steps:

1. Select a cable of appropriate length, and connect one end of the cable with the ripple control receiver.

2. Connect the other end of the cable with the corresponding DI port of EzLogger Pro, and refer to

Section 4.2.1 Inverter RS485 communication connection method for detailed connection.

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4.6 Connection to DRED

4.6 Connection to DRED

Introduce the function of DRED.

According to the Australian safety regulations, power grid companies use DRED to convert power grid
scheduling signals for dry contact transmission, and power stations need to use dry contact
communication method to receive power grid scheduling signals.
EzLogger Pro is connected to DRED or ripple control receiver using the same port, and the port is
defined as follows when DRED function is used.

DI Port Description

When EzLogger Pro is connected to DRED, terminal connection method shall be used.
Steps:
1. Select a cable of appropriate length, and connect one end of the cable with DRED.
2. Connect the other end of the cable with the DI port of EzLogger Pro; note the definition of the port,
and refer to Section 4.2.1 Inverter RS485 communication connection method for detailed connection.

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Chapter V: EzLogger Pro Data Upload and Function Configuration

Chapter V: LAN EzLogger Pro Data Upload and Function Configuration

Introduce LAN EzLogger Pro monitoring data transmission and the configuration
method.

5.1 How to Use LAN EzLogger Pro

Introduce LAN EzLogger Pro monitoring data transmission.

After EzLogger Pro is connected to the collected data, one should connect EzLogger Pro to the
Internet, so that EzLogger Pro can upload the collected data to the ser ver. Dynamic IP (DHCP) is
a default function for EzLogger Pro.
If the user ’s network equipment is available with the dynamic IP (DHCP), such as router,
EzLogger Pro can be connected to the Internet in a plug-and-play way simply through direct
connection of the NET port of EzLogger Pro to the LAN port of the router and the enabling of the
dynamic IP (DHCP) function of the router. The collected Data will be automatically uploaded.
If the network equipment is available with static IP, you will need to switch EzLogger Pro to the
static IP mode, then use our ProMate software to change the IP address of EzLogger Pro into the
user ’s desired static IP address, and then connect to the user's Internet, as shown in the figure
below. For more information about configuration, the user may refer to the static IP address
connection configuration method of ProMate.

Figure 5.1-1 LAN EzLogger Pro Monitoring System Diagram

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5.2 EzLogger Pro Configuration

5.2 EzLogger Pro Configuration

Introduce how to use ProMate to configure EzLogger Pro.

5.2.1 Connecting ProMate to EzLogger Pro


ProMate software is launched by us for functional configuration of EzLogger Pro, by which we can
realize modification to the IP address of EzLogger Pro, quantity setting of connected inverters for
port, time setting, sound and light alarm, RCR, DRED enabling configuration, field debugging,
etc.
Firstly, the user needs to install “ProMate” software in the computer by downloading ProMate
software from Internet (http://www.goodwe-power.com/files/ProMate. rar). Please access to the
website to download the program and compete the installation.
For connection of ProMate software to EzLogger Pro, the user needs to choose between dynamic
IP (DHCP) and static IP, depending on the Internet configuration.
1. How to Assign a Dynamic IP Address to EzLogger Pro:
If the user has a dynamic IP, EzLogger Pro can be connected to the Internet in a plug-and-play way
simply through the connection of the NET port of EzLogger Pro to the LAN port of the router with
Internet cable. If you need to configure the EzLogger Pro, you should to connect your computer
to the router with net cable. Open ProMate and click “Scan” in the ProMate software
connection, so as to make the Internet connection successful. Then pull out cables from the
computer and connect them to LAN port of the router, as shown in Figure 5.2-1.

Figure 5.2-1 Connecting ProMate to EzLogger Pro by Scanning

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5.2 EzLogger Pro Configuration

2. Configuration Method for EzLogger Pro Static IP Address:


If the user has a static IP, it is necessar y to switch EzLogger Pro to the static IP mode. That is, press
the Reload key for about 10 seconds to reset and restart EzLogger Pro, The LEDs on EzLogger Pro
will blink one after another from right to left. After restart, EzLogger Pro will be switched to static
IP mode(default IP:192.168.1.200),then modify the computer ’s IP address, take WIN7 as an
example, the steps are as below. The user can find the methods from the Internet for modifying IP
addresses of different computer systems.
(1) Switch EzLogger Pro to static IP, then use cables to connect EzLogger Pro “NET” port to the
Ethernet port of the computer.
(2) Turn on the computer, right click on "Network " on the desktop, and click on “Properties”.

Figure 5.2-2 Open the Network Connections Window

(3) Click on “Change adapter settings”.

Figure 5.2-3 Modification of Adapter Configuration

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5.2 EzLogger Pro Configuration

(4) Pop up the local connection dialog box, right-click on “Local Connection” and then click on “Properties”.

Figure 5.2-4 Modification of the Properties of Local Connections

Pop up a dialog box as below:

Figure 5.2-5 Modification of Internet Protocol 4 (TCP/IPv4)

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5.2 EzLogger Pro Configuration

(5) Double click on “Internet Protocol 4 (TCP/IPv4)” to pop up the “Properties” dialog box of
“Internet Protocol 4 (TCP/IPv4)”, then complete the setting for the dialog box in accordance
with the following requirements.
The defaulted IP address for EzLogger Pro is 192.168.1.200. In order to put your computer and
EzLogger Pro under the same network segment, you should set the IP address and the default
gateway in 192.168.1. XXX network segment (1 ≤ XXX ≤ 250 and XXX ≠200).
For example:
The user can set the IP address as 192.168.1.100 and the default gateway as 192.168.1.254.

Figure 5.2-6 Modification of the IP Address

Click “Connect” button in ProMate to connect ProMate to EzLogger Pro, and the system will
indicate “The connection is successful”, as shown in Figure 5.2-7.

Figure 5.2-7 Connection between ProMate Software and EzLogger Pro in Static IP

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5.2.1 Connecting ProMate to EzLogger Pro

(6) Modification to the IP address of EzLogger Pro.


The user can adopt the required configuration after connecting ProMate software to
EzLogger Pro.
In static IP mode, the user can configure IP address, subnet mask , gateway and DNS that
can be accessed to Internet as required, as shown in Figure 5.2-8.
For example:
The User ’
s IP Address 192.168.50.23 The User ’
s Gateway 192.168.50.25
The User ’
s Subnet Mask 2 55.255.255.0 The User ’
s DNS 208.67.222.222

Put the above data into LAN configuration, and then click the “Set” button to complete the
set. Now IP address of EzLogger Pro has been modified as the configuration as required by the
user, and physical connection between EzLogger Pro and ProMate can be disconnected after
the configuration is completed. Then the Internet will be available just by plugging Ethernet
cable into EzLogger Pro.

Figure 5.2-8 Modification to LAN Configuration

(7) After the configuration is completed, the user can pull out the cable which connected to
Ethernet port of the computer, and then insert it into the router. At the same time, the user
shall restore the IP address and other parameters of the computer to default settings.To
change EzLogger Pro back to use dynamic IP, please long press RELOAD button for around 4
seconds. An ordinal LEDs blinking from left to right indicates EzLogger Pro is rebooting, after
which, dynamic IP is set successfully.

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5.2.2 Quantity Configuration for Inverter Communication Port

5.2.2 Quantity Configuration for Inverter Communication Port


Terminal configuration is used for setting EzLogger Pro ‘s COM1,COM2,COM3 ports which the
quantity of inverters connecting,assume port 1(corresponding communication port COM1)
connecting the quantity of inverters is 7,then check port 1,the quantity settings is 7,click on
“Set” button to finish the configuration. As picture 5.2-9.

Figure 5.2-9 Parameter Configration

Please set the quantity of devices of each port according to the quantity of inverters actually
connected. Upon the completion of setting, the user can check the actual communication status
of inverter from the LED indicator of EzLogger Pro (see Section 2.3 LED Indicator).

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5.2.3 Time Setting

5.2.3 Time Setting


Time setting will synchronize the time of EzLogger Pro and inverter and the time of synchronization
server. Click on “Set Time” to pop up the following dialog box, as shown in the figure below. Then
click on “OK” after setting the time, as shown in Figure 5.2–10 and Figure 5.2-11.

Figure 5.2-10 Time Setting

Figure 5.2-11 Time setting Dialog Box

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5.2.4 Field Debugging

5.2.4 Field Debugging


ProMate can also be applied to field installation and debugging. After installation is completed,
click on “Refresh” to show whether the inverter is online or not. If the system prompts “off
line”, please check whether the connection cable has any problem, and then timely solve the
problems till the system shows that all the inverter are “on line”. It should be noted that it takes
time to get the inverter status due to communication rate problems, as shown in Figure 5.2-12.

Figure 5.2-12 Acquiring the Inverter Status

5.2.5 DRED setting


DRED function can control the inverter ’s generated power according to power grid control
signal,only apply to Australia and New Zealand.Before start using DRED function,it will have to
connect electricity meter well first and set inverter ’s safety country,then set installation capacity
and CT current ratio .etc parameters.Below instructions are installation capacity and CT current
ratio:
1. Installation capacity:The inverter ’s sum of rated generate electricity,such as there are 2 pieces of
10KW inverters on site,then the installation capacity is to set 20KW, calculate method is 2*10KW.
2. CT current ratio:Current transformer labeled input and output current ratio.For example,labeled
ratio was 200/5,then CT current ratio setting is 40. Click “Start Using DRED” button after setting
finished to achieve the configuration.As picture 5.2-13 showed.

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5.2.5 DRED setting

Figure 5.2-13 Enable DERD

After start using successfully,the “ Refresh ” column will display.

Figure 5.2-14 Real Time Data

Meter power means: The electricity meter measure the grid power, display positive value means
the user sell electricity power value, display negative value means the user buy electricity power
value.
Inverters power means: All of the inverters’ sum of generate electricity power value.
Load power means: Load consumption power.

When start using DRED function , if EzLogger Pro detects inverter had earth fault,then it will trigger
sound-light alarm function:buzzer will ring for 1 minute,and RUN LED will be lighting for 1
minute.After 1 minute,the alarm will stop and keep on detecting every 30 minutes until fault
disappearing.

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5.2.6 RCR setting

5.2.6 RCR setting


RCR function only apply to Germany.If the customer needs to start using RCR function,please set
inverter ’s safety country first,then check “Enable” to enable RCR function.As picture 5.2-15.

Figure 5.2-15 RCR Setting

5.3 Program Upgrade

Introduction to local and remote upgrade method of EzLogger Pro.

5.3.1 Upgrade EzLogger Pro


(1) Local Upgrade: Put the bin files required by upgrade in the root director y of U disk (please
use the U disk with 2.0 port, FAT32 format ) , insert the USB flash disk in to the USB
port of EzLogger Pro, cut off the electricity to EzLogger Pro and then repower it, so as to
enable automatic update of the program.

The bin files for program upgrade is named as “EzLoggerPro_new.bin”. Bin


files will be sent to client via E-mail. And the client shall save the received bin
files in root director y of U disk , and check whether the file name is
“EzLoggerPro_new.bin” or not. If not, please change into this name, other wise
inconsistent file names will cause the failure of the program upgrade. The
shining of all of the eight indicator lights of EzLogger Pro in the program
upgrade process indicates that the program is upgrading; the indicator lights
will restore to the normal state when the program upgrade is completed. It is
forbidden to cut off electricity in the program upgrade process.

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Chapter VI: Data Upload and Function Configuration For Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro

(2) Remote Upgrade: Upgrade program is uploaded to the server by GOODWE in the background,
so as to enable automatic check and update of EzLogger Pro.

Chapter VI: Data Upload and Function Configuration For Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro

Introduce the data transfer monitoring and configuration process of Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro

Before reading Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro’s product manual, please install the antenna to ANT terminal first
which is located on EzLogger Pro box’s left side and upside. The details please refer to section 2.2 box
instructions.

6.1 How to use Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro

Introduce the data transfer monitoring of Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro

Please make sure the EzLogger Pro is joint up with network first and then,connect EzLogger Pro
to the equipment. Under this circumstances the EzLogger Pro will upload the collected data to
ser ver. Wi-Fi-EzLogger Pro’s networking mode realized through configuring Wi-Fi module to
connect to router.There are two ways for configuration process,they are webpage configuration
and APP configuration.The details please refer to “Wi-Fi connection configuration”
instructions which is in the accessor y package.

Figure 6.1-1 Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro Monitoring System Diagram

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6.2 Using ProMate to configure Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro

After Wi-Fi configuration success and EzLogger Pro connecting to router success,the
“SERVER” LED on the EzLogger Pro will blink .After EzLogger Pro communicating with ser ver
successfully,the “SERVER” LED will light.Once the Wi-Fi connecting is successful,Wi-Fi module
will be the STA mode,that means EzLogger Pro cannot search out Wi-Fi hotspot.If the customer
needs to reconfigure the Wi-Fi module connecting to router,it will have to long press the
”RELOAD” button about 5s to change Wi-Fi module to AP mode then,it can be connected to
“Solar-Wi-Fi” again and reconfiguration.

6.2 Using ProMate to configure Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro

Wi-Fi EzLogger Pro’s factor y default is static IP (default IP:192.168.1.200).


The user should follow the static IP address connecting way to connect ProMate with EzLogger
Pro.The configuration process is quite similar with LAN- EzLogger Pro,the details please refer to
section 5.2.1:ProMate connecting and using.

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Chapter VII : Website Monitoring

Chapter VII : Website Monitoring


Introduce the registration, setting and monitoring methods for website monitoring.

7.1 Register A New User and Add A Power Station


The data acquisition terminal operates data via RS485 inverter acquisition. The data is uploaded to the
server via Ethernet, GPRS, Wi-Fi, etc., and the user can log onto the monitoring platform to browse data
and operating state information, and the monitoring platform website is http://www.goodwe-
power.com/. The following describes how to register and add power station information when the user
logs on for the first time.
Step 1: Open the browser, then visit http: //www.goodwe-power.com, and you can enter GOODWE
monitoring platform homepage. Fill in the corresponding registration information, and click on
“Register” to register a new user.

When registering a new user, we provide three registration entrances, which correspond to
“Terminal User” “Dealer/Installer” and “Visitor” respectively. The user can select the
appropriate identity for registration depending on the actual circumstances.

Here, “Visitor” is taken as an example for user registration.

Figure 7.1-1 Smart Energy Management Systems Registration Page

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7.1 Register A New User and Add A Power Station

Step 2: After user registration is completed, log on to enter the “Create/Edit Station”
interface. Fill in each entry of “ station Information” field correctly according to
the requirements, as shown in Figure 7.1-2.

Figure 7.1-2 Create and Edit Power Station

Step 3: Fill in “Maintain EzLogger Pro” column.


First enter EzLogger Pro serial number (S/N) and check code, and click on the“Add”.

Figure 7.1-3 Create and Edit Power Station

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7.1 Register A New User and Add A Power Station

Then add the connected inverter under the corresponding EzLogger Pro, enter the inverter serial number
(S/N) and check code, and click on the “Add” button. Inverter type and description shall
be filled in by the user according to the actual situation.

Figure 7.1-4 Create and Edit Power Station

Serial number and check code of EzLogger Pro and inverter can be obtained through the
labels of the corresponding devices, as shown in Figure 7.1-5:

Figure 7.1-5 EzLogger Pro Label

“Power station contact” and “Power station visitor” shall be filled in by the user according to the
specific circumstances. After filling in, click on “Save” to complete EzLogger Pro binding. If the power
station has more than one EzLogger Pro, you can continue to add other EzLogger Pro for binding, and
finally, click on “Save” to complete the registration and power station creation.

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7.2 View Power Station Information

7.2 View Power Station Information


After successful registration and completion of power station creation, you can log onto GOODWE
monitoring platform to view power station information through the computer (Option I), iPhone, iPad or
Android mobile devices (Option II).
Option I: Log onto the monitoring site to view the information through the computer.
Step 1: Through your computer, visit the website http://www.goodwe-power.com/ to enter GOODWE
monitoring platform homepage. Enter the correct user name and password, and click on
“Login” to enter the system, as shown in Figure 7.2-1:

Figure 7.2-1 Smart Energy Management System Login Page

Step 2: After entering the monitoring platform, find the power station that you have created,
and then you can view the detailed information about the PV power station, as shown in
Figure 7.2-2:

Figure 7.2-2 Smart Energy Management System Monitoring Information


Area A is the navigation bar, and Area B is the display area. The user can obtain the desired information
according to his/her needs, and the corresponding information will be displayed in the display area by
clicking on the corresponding navigation bar.
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6.2 View Power Station Information

For more detailed monitoring system operation method, please refer to the monitoring
platform user manual, and the user can visit URL http://www.goodwe-power.com/, and
click on “User Manual” to download.

Figure 7.2-3 Smart Energy Management System User Manual Download

Option II: The user can log on to view the information through mobile phone and other mobile devices.
Step 1: Log onto the monitoring platform through iPhone, iPad and Android mobile devices. The user can
download and install the application software “EzViewer” in the official website homepage according to the
actual situation, and the download website is: http://www.goodwe-power.com/User/AppDownload.

Figure 7.2-4 Smart Energy Management System Client Download

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7.2 View Power Station Information

Take iPhone4s for example, and the relevant page is shown in Figure 7.2-5 after login:

Figure 7.2-5 Mobile Phone Login Interface and List of Power Stations

Step 2: Open the installed EzViewer to enter the login page, then enter your user name and password,
and click on “Login”; the page displays the power station information after your login. Choose
your power station, then click to enter the power station interface, and you can find the desired
information, as shown in Figure 7.2-6:

Figure 7.2-6 Power Station Information

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Chapter VIII : Technical Specifications

Chapter VIII : Technical Specifications


Introduce the technical indicators of EzLogger Pro.

Communication management

Inverter communication 3 x RS485

Communication PC communication 10/100M Ethernet

Wireless module (optional) Wi-Fi; GPRS

Number of 60 (The number of devices connected to


RS485
managed devices a single RS485 port shall not exceed 20)

RS485 1000m (shielded twisted pair wire shall be used)

Communication Ethernet 100m


distance 15m (reference value)
Wi-Fi

GPRS Not limited

General parameters

Power adapter Input: 100 ~ 240Vac, 50/60Hz, output: 12Vdc 1.5A

Power consumption General 3W, maximum 6W

Storage capacity 16MB, expandable to 8GB through an optional SD card

Dimensions (L * W * H) 190*118*37mm

Weight 500g
General
parameters Operating temperature -20°C ~ +60°C
Relative humidity
(no condensation) 5% ~ 95%

IP rating IP20

Installation method Wall mounting, table surface mounting, rail mounting

Display 8 LED indicators

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Chapter IX : Certification and Warranty

Chapter IX : Certification and Warranty

9.1 Certification Mark

9.2 Warranty Period


Except as otherwise provided in the contract, GoodWe provides two-year standard warranty for
EzLogger Pro.

9.3 Warranty Certificate


The users shall keep the product warranty card and purchase invoice properly in the product warranty
period, and also keep the product nameplate legible; otherwise, GoodWe is entitled to refuse to
provide quality warranty.

9.4 Warranty Conditions


On the premise that the product is used according to GoodWe User Manual, if any product failure
occurs within the warranty period due to quality problems, GoodWe provides the following three ways
of warranty according to the actual circumstances:
1. Return the product to the factory for maintenance.
2. On-site maintenance.
3. Product replacement (For discontinued products, it is allowed to replace with the product of
equivalent value).

9.5 Disclaimer
The following circumstances are not covered by the warranty:
1. Product or parts have been beyond the warranty period (unless both Parties have signed an
agreement for extension of warranty service). Failures or damage caused due to operation in
violation of the product manual or relevant installation and maintenance requirements, unsuitable
operating environment, improper storage, misuse, etc.
2. Damage caused due to insufficient ventilation. Failure or damage caused due to installation, repair,
alteration or disassembly by any person other than GoodWe or the agents and personnel
designated by GoodWe.
3. Failure or damage caused due to unforeseen factors, man-induced factors, force majeure or other
similar reasons, and other failures or damage not due to GoodWe product quality problems.

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